Five things to do in Rio in the spring
... With plenty of clear, sunny days, and hot – but not stifling – temperatures, spring is one of the nicest times of year to visit Rio de Janeiro, and by visiting between September and early December you’ll escape the tourist hordes that flock here during the peak summer season.
Rio is awash with things to see and do at any time of year, but spring is perhaps the best time of year to get out and about and take in the natural beauty of the place, without being scorched by the blistering...
September 18th, 2009 | therioguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Attractions, beach, christo redentor, corcovado, Family Friendly, jardim botanico, Outdoors & Recreation, pao de acucar, Restaurants & Bars, Rio de Janeiro, sugar loaf, temperatures
Monkey Magic
Monkeying around in Santa Teresa
They try their best to be inconspicuous, but look hard enough and you’ll see these crafty creatures everywhere – eyes darting, plotting their next move. No, I’m not talking Rio’s notorious thieves, but an altogether more charming kind of cheeky monkey. The trees, telegraph wires and even rooftops are the stomping ground for gangs of teeny weeny marmosets, referred to locally as ‘micos’. If your hostel or hotel has leafy gardens,...
August 1st, 2009 | therioguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, monkeys, Outdoors & Recreation, pao de acucar, praia vermelho, Rio de Janeiro, santa teresa, sugar loaf, wildlife in Rio
Lily Allen to play HSBC Arena in September
... the stage than the standard seats). Tickets are not yet on sale, so watch this space for details of where to buy.
The HSBC Arena is located west of Rio de Janeiro, in the suburb of Barra da Tijuca, at Avenida Embaixador Abelardo Bueno 3401, and the show will start at 10pm.
Meanwhile, there is excited chatter among fans of the rock band U2, after Rio mayor Eduardo Paes announced that he would like the group to perform on Copacabana beach as part of this year’s New Year celebrations. Again,...
July 31st, 2009 | therioguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, HSBC Arena, Lily Allen, New Year in Copacabana, Reveillon 2010, Rio de Janeiro, show, U2
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